APOE2: How This Gene Variant Protects Against Alzheimer’s and Aging
People carrying the APOE2 form of the apolipoprotein E gene tend to live longer and have a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease, yet the biological mechanics behind this natural advantage have remained largely unknown. A study published in Aging Cell by researchers at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging reveals that APOE2 helps neurons … Read more